T8 Lighting Inc.

T8 Lighting Inc has served Tallahassee since 2004, specializing in solar installation and repair alongside general electrical work. The company was founded on energy efficiency—its name comes from the T8 energy-efficient ballasts and lamps it originally installed in older buildings. A Master Electrician with 20 years' experience and Florida Solar Energy Commission certification handles solar arrays and system evaluation.

The business takes both residential and commercial jobs. On the residential side, they handle repairs, maintenance, and renovations, from small tasks like fixture changes to larger projects. On the commercial side, the Master Electrician has industrial and commercial experience in Michigan, Georgia, and Florida. T8 Lighting also now serves Orange County, NY.

In Florida, electrical contractors must be licensed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). The Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board oversees two main license types: an Electrical Contractor (EC) license, which allows work across all electrical systems and specialties statewide, and a Registered Electrical Contractor (ER) license, which is limited to specific cities and counties where the registration is issued. When you hire an electrician, confirm which type of license they hold and that it covers your area.

You can verify an electrician's license through the DBPR's free online search at myfloridalicense.com. Search by the contractor's name, license number, city, or county to confirm their license is active and check their disciplinary history. This step takes a few minutes and protects you before work begins.

Most residential electrical work in Florida requires a permit from your local building department and must follow the Florida Building Code. Permits ensure inspections happen at key points—for example, after rough wiring and before walls are closed. Ask your electrician whether permits are needed for your job and who will pull them; a reputable contractor will handle this as part of the service.